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Environmental Management
Systems for Cities |
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An Environmental Management System (EMS) provides a systematic
way to ensure environmental issues are managed consistently and systematically
throughout an organization. For cities and local authorities, an EMS can assist
in comprehensively addressing environmental issues, while achieving increased
credibility with key stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and citizens.
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Energy for Cities |
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Green House Gases (GHGs) emissions and energy demand have risen
high on the global environmental agenda - given the magnitude of GHG emissions
from cities, urban energy efficiency is a significant challenge that requires
special consideration. The role of city planners and the construction industry
is essential as they create the necessary pre-conditions for energy savings opportunities
to be realised. |
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Sustainable Building
and Construction |
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Buildings, infrastructure and the environment are inextricably
linked. Energy, materials, water and land are all consumed in the construction
and operation of buildings and infrastructure. Environmentally and economically
sound design and development techniques are critical to design buildings and infrastructure
that are sustainable, healthy and affordable. |
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Innovative Communities
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In recent years, considerable attention has been given to the
position and role of the community as an important element in the success of local
environmental management processes. With this in mind, the project attempts to
highlight the concept of innovativeness within whole communities (and not just
individuals) that will enable them to understand and analyze the environmental
problems they face, identify, collate and enhance local resources that they have
access to, and implement and manage environmental projects. |
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